LEBIC 2026 Speakers

100+ world-class speakers across 8 categories — entrepreneurs, investors, government officials, technology pioneers, and international thought leaders. Announcements coming soon.

Speakers100+ Confirmed

Tracks8 Specialized

DateAugust 22, 2026

StatusAnnouncements Ongoing

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Meet the Speakers

100+ World-Class Speakers

LEBIC 2026 features speakers from 8 specialized categories. Speaker announcements are published progressively as confirmations are finalized — check back regularly for updates.

100+

Total Speakers

Speaker Categories

50+

Countries Represented

Conference Tracks

Speaker AnnouncementsComing Soon

To Be Announced

Keynote Speaker

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Entrepreneurship

To Be Announced

Keynote Speaker

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Investment & Finance

To Be Announced

Keynote Speaker

Announcement Coming Soon

Government & Policy

To Be Announced

Keynote Speaker

Announcement Coming Soon

Technology & AI

To Be Announced

Keynote Speaker

Announcement Coming Soon

Global Trade

To Be Announced

Keynote Speaker

Announcement Coming Soon

Lifestyle & Wellness

To Be Announced

Keynote Speaker

Announcement Coming Soon

Media & Marketing

To Be Announced

Keynote Speaker

Announcement Coming Soon

Leadership & HR

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Speaker Categories

8 Specialized Categories

Industry Experts

Seasoned professionals with deep expertise in lifestyle, retail, hospitality, and consumer trends shaping today's markets.

Entrepreneurs

Successful founders who have built and scaled multi-million dollar businesses, sharing real lessons from concept to exit.

Investors & VCs

Leading venture capitalists and angel investors actively funding the next generation of high-growth companies.

Government Officials

Policy makers shaping regulations, trade policy, and economic development programs affecting every Canadian business.

Technology Innovators

Tech pioneers developing cutting-edge AI, automation, and digital solutions disrupting the lifestyle and business sector.

Academics & Researchers

Renowned researchers providing data-driven insights into business trends, consumer behavior, and market dynamics.

Media & Influence

Journalists, analysts, and media personalities covering the business landscape with unmatched depth and reach.

International Leaders

Global thought leaders from 50+ countries providing cross-border business insights and international market perspectives.

Speaker Sessions Schedule

Conference Day Schedule

August 22, 2026 · Pearson Convention Center, Brampton · 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Session details are being finalized. Speaker names and session topics will be announced progressively. The schedule structure below reflects confirmed conference timing.

Main Stage — Keynotes & Opening

Hall A · All Delegates

8:00 AM

Registration & Welcome Networking

Welcome Lounge · Coffee & Breakfast · AI App Activation

9:30 AM

Official Opening Ceremony

Welcome addresses · Government representatives · LEBIC organizing committee

Speakers TBA

10:00 AM

Opening Keynote Address

Main Stage · 45 minutes

Speaker TBA

11:00 AM

Keynote: The Future of Canadian Business

Main Stage · 40 minutes

Speaker TBA

12:00 PM

Delegate & VIP Networking Lunch

Dining Hall · AI-matched seating · All delegates welcome

2:00 PM

Afternoon Keynote Address

Main Stage · 40 minutes

Speaker TBA

3:00 PM

Government & Trade Policy Panel

Main Stage · Panel Discussion · 45 minutes

Panelists TBA

5:30 PM

LEBIC Exhibitor Awards Ceremony

Main Stage · All attendees · 10 award categories

6:00 PM

Closing Networking Gala Dinner

Dining Hall · All delegates & VIP guests · Closes 8:00 PM

Track 1 — Entrepreneurship & Growth

Conference Room 1

10:00 AM

Scaling Your Business: From 6 to 7 Figures

Workshop · 50 minutes

Speaker TBA

11:15 AM

Building a Global Brand from Canada

Keynote · 40 minutes

Speaker TBA

1:00 PM

Entrepreneurship Panel: Lessons from the Trenches

Panel Discussion · 4 panelists · 60 minutes

Panelists TBA

2:30 PM

Exit Strategies: Building to Sell

Masterclass · 45 minutes

Speaker TBA

4:00 PM

Networking Roundtable — Entrepreneurs Only

Closed roundtable · 45 minutes · Pre-registration required

Track 2 — Investment & Finance

Conference Room 2

10:00 AM

Angel Investing in Canada: 2026 Landscape

Keynote · 45 minutes

Speaker TBA

11:15 AM

VC Perspectives: What We Look for in 2026

Panel Discussion · 3 investors · 50 minutes

Panelists TBA

1:00 PM

Startup Pitch Competition — Round 1

Live pitches · 6 startups · Investor Q&A

2:30 PM

Raising Capital: Seed to Series A

Workshop · 45 minutes

Speaker TBA

4:00 PM

Startup Pitch Competition — Finals

Live pitches · Top 3 finalists · Award presentation

Track 3 — Global Trade & International Business

Conference Room 3

10:00 AM

Exporting from Canada: Government Programs & Support

Workshop · 50 minutes · Global Affairs Canada

Speaker TBA

11:30 AM

Building Cross-Border Partnerships in Asia-Pacific

Panel · KOTRA & JCCI · 45 minutes

Panelists TBA

1:30 PM

Africa-Canada Trade Opportunities

Keynote · Watra Africa · 40 minutes

Speaker TBA

3:00 PM

International Trade Roundtable

Multi-country delegations · Open discussion · 60 minutes

Track 4 — Technology & AI

Conference Room 4

10:00 AM

AI in Business: Practical Applications for SMEs

Workshop · 50 minutes

Speaker TBA

11:30 AM

E-Commerce Trends: What's Working in 2026

Keynote · 40 minutes

Speaker TBA

1:30 PM

Digital Transformation: A Panel Discussion

Panel · 4 industry leaders · 50 minutes

Panelists TBA

3:00 PM

Building Tech Products for Global Markets

Masterclass · 45 minutes

Speaker TBA

4 More Tracks Available

Lifestyle & Wellness · Government & Policy · Marketing & Sales · Leadership & HR — Full schedule published closer to event date.

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Share Your Expertise at LEBIC 2026

Are you an entrepreneur, investor, government official, industry expert, or thought leader? Apply to speak at Canada's Premier Business & Investors Conference in front of 2,500+ professionals from 50+ countries.

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Complimentary full delegate pass included

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Selection Criteria

Relevance of topic to LEBIC's business & investment audience

Depth of expertise and professional credibility

Actionable insights & practical value for attendees

Diversity of topics across all 8 conference tracks

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August 22, 2026 · Pearson Convention Center · Brampton, Ontario, Canada